MS 74 Nathaniel Hawthorne Home

Red brick school building with trees, flag, and landscaped front entrance.

A group of basketball players and coaches celebrating with a trophy.

A basketball team celebrates with a trophy in a gymnasium.

Students engaged in art projects at a classroom table.

Group of six students holding certificates, posed in front of a banner.

A gymnasium with people playing tennis and badminton on multiple courts.

Students stand together in a garden near planting beds with blue hoops.

A group of cheerleaders in red uniforms holding pom-poms, smiling in a classroom.

Group of people posing together with large 'Bocce' balloons.

Who We Are

As Stewards of Oakland Gardens, TEAM 74 has a commitment to our community, beyond the walls of our school.  We are committed to providing a developmentally responsive, supportive learning environment in which students achieve at their highest levels.  MS 74 is proud to be a National Blue Ribbon School. Through strong academics and enriching arts programs, we are dedicated to educating the whole child and helping every student reach their highest potential.

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School News & Updates

Fall Virtual Parent Teacher Conference 11/12

Our Fall Virtual Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Thursday, November 12.
Please note that Thursday will be a half day for students, with dismissal at 11:20 AM.

Conference times are as follows:
Afternoon Session: 12:20 PM - 2:20 PM
Evening Session: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

A letter with conference information and scheduling details has already been sent home to families. Please refer to that letter for instructions on signing up for a conference time and accessing virtual meetings. We look forward to partnering with you to support your child's success.

PTA Clothing Drive

Help us turn your unwanted apparel and textiles into cash for our school!
Clean out your closets and help our school! Drop off your donations on Saturday, November 7th from 10 AM - 1 PM at MS 74.

information regarding the next PTA meeting

PTA Meeting - Oct. 20 7PM

Save the date for our upcoming virtual PTA General Meeting.
Zoom Link & Agenda to follow

dates for the virtual and in-person open house

Fall 2026 Open House Dates!

Our Fall 2026 Open House will be held virtually on October 22, 2026, and in-person on December 3, 2026. No RSVP required, link will be posted on the 22nd!

Message from District 26 Superintendent

Welcome to the start of the 2026–2027 school year! Please take a moment to read my attached welcome letter. Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to our students and schools. I look forward to everything we will achieve together in the year ahead.

girls volleyball team after winning championship game

Congratulations Girls Volleyball Team!! D26 Champions!

Our Girls Volleyball Team defeated MS 67 at District 26's FINAL CHAMPIONSHIP!
We won our second consecutive championship in straight sets 25-13 and 25-15. A special shout out to Addison E., Samantha H., Machienzi C., and Alex C. Way to go girls!

Congratulations Math Team!!

Huge Congratulations to Tristan C., Kyle W., and Benny Y. from the Math Team for their awesome FIRST PLACE FINISH in this year's NY Statewide First in Math Tournament. After their regional win, these students went onto the final round in Albany and triumphed over all other Grade 7 teams to secure the top spot, as well as $5,000 for our school.
Way to go, TEAM!!

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